Update for 2009.
Running the engine on the side has had no ill effects. Still working out a few bugs in the gearing and some engine stuff.
2009 I will have front brakes on this. It is WAY to fast and the rears just slide if I get on the brakes hard. Needs fronts.
I will be putting on a steering wheel as USLMRA has outlawed the use of handle bars. Not sure the route I'm going just yet.
Had a chance to run it across a scale at a Kart track last weekend. Heavier that I thougth.............264#
Paul